The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) is pleased to announce exceptional results for its clients in 2024. UGA SBDC-assisted businesses have far surpassed the performance of average Georgia businesses in sales, employment growth, and survivability.
- New Business Survivability Study: A three-year study revealed that while only 59% of Georgia businesses survive the first three years, 76% of UGA SBDC-assisted businesses reach this milestone.
- Sales and Employment Growth: UGA SBDC clients achieved 4 times the sales growth and 7 times the employment growth compared to their peers.
- UGA SBDC Client Success – 5 Year Total
- 2,182 Businesses Started
- 15,514 Jobs Created
- $9.5 Billion Total Sales
- $1.25 Billion Capital Raised
The UGA SBDC is a valuable resource for Georgia businesses looking to grow and succeed. The SBDC provides no-cost consulting services, educational programs, and helps businesses uncover growth opportunities and secure funding.
In FY 2024, 4,836 clients received free consulting services, and 4,323 Georgians participated in UGA SBDC educational programs.
Join thousands of Georgians who’ve taken the next step toward success with the UGA SBDC’s proven guidance.
For more information and upcoming trainings please visit https://georgiasbdc.org/.
Questions? Contact the UGA SBDC in Savannah at (912) 651-3200 or [email protected] or the UGA SBDC at Georgia Southern University (912) 478-7232 or [email protected]
